For those expecting a new addition to the family, the few months before the due date can be the most exciting time in their lives. One of the best ways to celebrate this is by going on a “babymoon” holiday. However, it’s only natural to feel worried about your and your baby’s health while away from home. This is why Mother and Baby suggest celebrating your babymoon around the fourth month—after your first trimester’s symptoms have eased. Travelling in this time period is safe, especially with the permission of your doctor.
To make the most out of this trip, however, here’s a pregnant woman’s guide to babymoon vacationing:
Deciding how to travel
The first and most important step to planning a babymoon is to decide on how you get there. Of course, there’s the classic option of travelling by air. And it just so happens that this is safe for pregnant women unless they’re in their 36th week or beyond. You can also travel via train as it is a recommended way to get around if your destination is reachable via rails like England to Scotland. It’s also much easier to access help at stations should any complications happen while in transit.
But another option that lets you experience different destinations all while travelling in elegance is sea travel. Explora Journeys shares that a luxury voyage allows you to enjoy the sea and coastline views from the ship’s deck—something that you wouldn’t be able to do when you travel by train or air. The best luxury voyages even have exclusive areas where you and your partner can have an intimate time together while
gazing at nautical views or ocean sunsets.
Planning your itinerary
In planning an itinerary, choose destinations and activities that are fun and safe for you, your partner, and the baby. Stick to activities that won’t put your health at risk but are relaxing and romantic instead.
For example, in Galloway Forest Park you can lie under a blanket of stars or wait for meteors which happen in showers in specific months of the year. It’s a relaxing yet memorable activity that you can share with your partner. Another relaxing option lies all the way in China, where the captivating Panjin Red Beach is located. There, you can soak in the vivid red landscape and take pictures on the walkway.
Meanwhile, for couples seeking a honeymoon part two, lifestyle blog Tasteful Space notes that there’s the romantic Mediterranean to travel to. They have pink-hued beach sunsets that make for a perfect backdrop for a couple’s photos. In Santorini, there’s even the village of Imerovigli, where you can glimpse the sunset they call ‘the balcony to the Aegean’.
All in all, there are several choices for babymoon itineraries that accommodate a variety of tastes.
Packing the essentials
Packing the right stuff can make your trip stress-free and even more enjoyable. Bring items that can help with the symptoms or possible discomforts related to your pregnancy, like maternity compression stockings. These help with your blood circulation, especially when you have to fly for a long time. Climate-appropriate clothing can also keep you comfortable throughout the trip. One tip is to bring several pieces that allow you to experiment with the layers, so you can easily adjust for when it gets hot or cold. Don’t forget your medicine for those just-in-case moments as well, such as morning sickness pills.
Going on a babymoon holiday is an enjoyable way to celebrate your pregnancy and
anticipate your baby. And following these tips on how to plan your trip and make sure it all goes smoothly makes sure that it is memorable for you and your family.
Here at A Balanced Belly, you can even find food travel guides for people with dietary restrictions.
